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Volkswagen Golf R-Line TSI

Grey · Petrol · 2021 · 1,498 cc

L31 MGLMOT history

L31 MGL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf R-Line TSI first used on 27 May 2021. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 4 of 5 MOT tests, with 33,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

L31 MGL grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
33,384 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
5
4 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 MGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf R-Line TSI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2021
First used
27 May 2021
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 MGL was last recorded at 33,384 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 6,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,062 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,322 miles
Average per year
5,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,384 miles
  • 2025 – 27,062 miles
  • 2024 – 21,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,384 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • TPMS light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine cover & undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

5 tests since 19 Apr 2024, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,384 miles (+6,322)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    33,384 miles
    Test number
    729996844967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass27,062 miles (+5,562)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    27,062 miles
    Test number
    472165053511
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge cracking also nail 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge also cracking 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass21,500 miles (+1,336)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    21,500 miles
    Test number
    613690285606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass20,164 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    20,164 miles
    Test number
    316913426786
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted
  5. Fail20,163 miles1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,163 miles
    Test number
    875974983570
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted

Questions about L31 MGL

Does L31 MGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 MGL is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 MGL?
The MOT on L31 MGL is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 MGL done?
L31 MGL was recorded at 33,384 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 5,896 miles a year.
Has L31 MGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 MGL has failed 1 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 MGL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L31 MGL find?
L31 MGL passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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